Commented: The Old-timers and Lost KnowledgeGwen Fagan was, in many ways, like a modern Constance Spry (whose book, Favorite Flowers, is magnificent!) a renaissance woman. Highly accomplished, marvelously creative and a delight to read.
Commented: Planting out potted floribundas@mad_gallica (z5 Eastern NY) I think I can understand the original thinking that perhaps reducing the foliage load may help reduce the water needs of the plant when placed in a higher heat, potentiall...
Commented: Rose bush challenges@Jim Mac that direct sun and heat is literally cooking your rose's roots. Roses can withstand the heat and direct sun, but their roots can't. Sun shining directly on the pot heats up the soil ball and...